We embrace warmer weather around here, and in our book, the more babies in classic white onesies with soft chubby arms and legs out in the open air the better. But as summer sets in and temperatures start to rise, there are a few dos and don’ts to keep in mind. So here’s a general […]
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Expanded Guidelines for Infant Sleep Safety and SIDS Reduction
(Released 10/24/16)
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) previously known as “crib death” is every parent’s nightmare. Documentation of this tragic phenomenon can be traced back to the 13th century. Formal investigation of SIDS in the United States began in 1963 leading to the 1974 “Sudden Infant Death Act.” In 1992, the “Back to Sleep” campaign was implemented […]
Baby It’s Warm Outside: 10 Baby Care Dos and Don’ts for Summer
It may officially still be spring, but ready or not, the summer heat has arrived. While the season comes with many benefits–like being able to snuggle your little one in nothing but a onesie and that soft-as-can-be skin–there are a few safety steps you’ll want to take in the warm weather, particularly if your baby is under […]
When it Comes to Sleep Safety & Sickness, Turn to Professionals
With so much information at our fingertips, it can be challenging as parents not to rely on “Dr. Google” for answers to questions we have about our children’s milestones or to check on what certain symptoms may indicate. But the problem this poses is that along with the massive amounts of solid, helpful information comes almost as […]
